SHAWN ALEX THOMPSON
Born in Canada, Shawn is known as an actor, appearing in many films and television series including “Corny Collins” in John Waters’ iconic film “Hairspray”.
Shawn wrote and directed his first feature film, “Dinner At Fred’s,” for George Harrison’s Handmade Films, and was an official selection of multiple film festivals worldwide. He has also won multiple Awards for his direction.
Shawn has re-immersed himself in the photographic medium, informed by his diverse background in comedy and filmmaking. His first public show premiered in Toronto at the 2023 The Artist Project. He was presented as part of a group show at the Maison Depoivre Gallery in Prince Edward County in 2023, again at The Artist Project in 2024
